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JULY
Beat the heat by taking in a free movie at the Judy B.
McDonald Public Library, and then enjoy some live theatre
at the SFA School of Theatre’s SummerStage Festival.
Make plans for a long weekend in Nacogdoches and
celebrate Independence Day the old-fashioned way at
Freedom Fest on July 4th in Festival Park.
SEPTEMBER
It’s time for football, and at SFA that means it’s time
for tailgating. Students, alumni and fans mingle at Axe
‘Em Acres before home games and then cram Homer
Bryce Stadium to cheer for the Lumberjacks. If you’re
looking for a more soothing sound, the Sandyland
Bluegrass Reunion features traditional bluegrass and
gospel music. Don’t miss the Old Town Rig
Down — the only festival of its kind in our
state. The two-day event features over 100
immaculate semi-trucks, an evening light
show, and a free concert all in beautiful,
Downtown Nacogdoches.
OCTOBER
Fall
means
family-friendly
fun
in
Nacogdoches. Enjoy the carnival rides,
games, food and competitions at the
Pineywoods Fair, and don’t miss the Ghosts
of Millard’s Crossing, an annual event that
finds a cast of spirits haunting the historic
village, telling stories about their lives and
handing out treats. Visit the SFA Fabulous
Fall Festival to find great trees and shrubs.
Get a taste of the finer things in life at the Tobaccodoches Cigar Festival. Enjoy luxurious
samples and pairings on Commerce Alley in
the heart of Downtown.
AUGUST
Cool off with a dip in the clear, spring-fed pond at
Camp Tonkawa Springs, a campground and RV park in
Garrison, or beat the heat and sneak a little education
into your entertainment by taking the kids to see a
special program at the SFA Planetarium. Sample local
spirits at these proud, passionate purveyors of adult
beverages: Naca Valley Vineyard (9897 FM 1878,
nacavalley.com); Red House Winery (108 East Pilar St.,
redhousewinery.com); Front Porch Distillery (7905 US
Hwy 59 S, frontporchdistillery.com); Fredonia Brewery
(138 N. Mound St., fredoniabrewery.com).
NOVEMBER
Enjoy a relaxing drive along the Fall Foliage Trail. Get
in the spirit of the season at Holiday in the Pines, a
shopping extravaganza sponsored by Nacogdoches
Junior Forum, the International Fair Trade Market at
Westminster Presbyterian Church, and Wassail Fest,
where downtown merchants feature their best holiday
brew.
DECEMBER
Experience an Old Fashioned Christmas at Millard’s
Crossing Historic Village. The Nine Flags Christmas
Festival provides several weekends worth of activities,
including a lighted parade downtown, a tour of homes
and more. It’s a non-stop celebration of the season that
offers something for every member of the family!
